Observation Skills are Key when Communicating with Someone Living with Dementia
Active listening skills are important when communicating with anyone, especially with someone living with dementia. Developing observation...
Internalized Ageism
As we age and live with the changes in our functioning abilities, we may experience a fear of loss of our independence. The anxiety and...
The Season of Lent
Lent is a time of preparation and reflection leading up to Easter. People frequently decide to make sacrifices or add additional service...
Benefits of Rocking Chair Therapy and Dementia
My love of rocking began on the back porch of my grandmother’s Tennessee home. We didn’t have a rocking chair at my house, but the...
Mindful Walking and Self-Care
It feels like spring! The birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and the weather is perfect to be outdoors and begin an exercise routine....
Benefits of Journaling When Supporting Someone Living with Dementia
Let’s face it; stress is a real thing when supporting someone with dementia. It can lead to a multitude of health concerns when left...
Anosognosia and Dementia: Why my love-one may resist treatment
During a recent expressive art class for persons living with memory loss, the person was asked to draw a self-portrait. One gentleman drew...
Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
As we age, our thought processes can slow down and we may become a bit forgetful; misplacing our keys occasionally or forgetting why we...
Avoiding Accidents in the Home
Taking measures to improve safety can prevent injuries and help a person with memory loss or dementia and the caregiver feel more relaxed...